Investment Accounting Manager

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Job Description

The Role…

Are you looking to make a difference in a team responsible for overseeing and reporting on over £200bn of investments?

We’re looking for a motivated finance specialist to become part of the Investment Accounting team within the Wealth & Insurance (W&I) Finance division. The team is responsible for producing high-quality information related to the W&I divisions investment portfolio, for use directly in reporting, or for consumption by other teams.  

The role will have a focus on managing asset data processes, and climate reporting. This involves the oversight and maintenance of key data attributes on an ongoing basis,  seeking opportunities for the simplification of reporting of large data sets, and managing the production of required climate reports. You’ll work in a dynamic and cooperative environment, gaining exposure to various areas of the W&I business.

Responsibilities in this role include:

·       Managing multiple direct reports and supporting their career development

·       Developing a deep understanding of the data requirements of internal and external customers and embedding these within our processes

·       Leading on process advancements, automation efforts, and digital activities, with a focus on the Power Platform

·       Leading on the delivery of change initiatives, alongside core reporting responsibilities

This role provides a rare opportunity to gain exposure to a large and diverse investment portfolio, and a range of financial and regulatory reporting frameworks, whilst working within a future-focused group.

The Primary Goals of the Role Are:

·       Leading on the production of accurate, high quality statutory and regulatory financial reporting information related to the investment portfolio. This includes month-end close responsibilities, as well as involvement in the quarterly production of Solvency UK/II asset reporting.

·       Leading on the production of climate reporting figures on an annual basis.

·       Analysing and challenging large data sets to identify issues. Working with external parties and other stakeholders to resolve any identified issues in a timely manner.

·       Developing strong working relationships with a range of stakeholders internal and external to the Group. This includes third party service providers, internal customers utilising asset data, and colleagues across Finance.

·       Fostering progress in reporting procedures by seeking opportunities to simplify, automate, and boost outputs through tools such as Power BI, Power Query, and Power Automate

·       Providing insightful analysis to support understanding of financial performance, key drivers, and business outcomes

·       Supporting change initiatives and small projects by aiding the delivery of process, system, and reporting upgrades

What Is Being Sought…

·       A qualified finance professional, or someone with relevant experience in financial reporting

·       Experience in investment reporting, and an understanding of key data attributes relevant to the W&I division

·       Experience in, or a willingness to learn, the PCAF framework for greenhouse gas emission calculations for loans and investments

·       Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect and persuade colleagues across teams

·       Strong organizational skills and careful attention to detail, combined with the capability to manage priorities and meet deadlines

·       The skill to examine financial data and transform it into clear, meaningful insights

·       A proactive and collaborative approach, with confidence to take ownership and drive work forward

·       A passion for refining processes, automation, and ongoing development

·       Experience in, or a willingness to build skills with, Excel and Power Platform tools (e.g., Power BI, Power Query, Power Automate)

At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop.

We keep your data safe. So, we'll only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks.  We'll always explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person. 

We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we’re building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.